1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1966 AC Cobra
To start off, 1966 AC Cobra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 AC Cobra weights approximately 54 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1966 AC Cobra | |
| Make | AC | AC |
| Model | Greyhound | Cobra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 6997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
